Course Description
Overview:
In this course students will install, upgrade, repair, configure, optimize, troubleshoot, and perform preventative maintenance on basic personal computer hardware and operating systems.
Who Should Attend:
The target student is anyone with basic computer user skills and essential computer support skills and knowledge (such as describing personal computer hardware components; installing and configuring peripherals, input devices, laptop components, and operating systems; performing basic troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance; describing basic networking and security concepts; performing basic safety and environmental procedures; and using appropriate communication skills) who is interested in obtaining a job as an IT professional or PC technician. In addition, this course will help prepare students to achieve a CompTIA A+ Certification.
At Course Completion:
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
- install and configure system components.
- troubleshoot system components.
- maintain and troubleshoot installations of Microsoft Windows.
- identify network technologies.
- install and manage network connections.
- support laptops and portable computing devices.
- support printers.
- identify personal computer security concepts.
- support personal computer security.
Agenda
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| Lesson 1: Installing and Configuring System Components |
Install and Configure Adapter Cards Install and Configure Storage Devices Select and Install Power Supplies Select and Install Memory Select, Install, and Configure CPUs and Cooling System Units Install and Configure System Boards
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| Lesson 2: Troubleshooting System Components |
Troubleshoot Adapter Cards Troubleshoot Storage Devices Troubleshoot Power Supplies Troubleshoot Memory Troubleshoot CPUs and Cooling Systems Troubleshoot System Boards
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| Lesson 3: Maintaining and Troubleshooting Microsoft Windows |
Operating System Utilities Troubleshoot Microsoft Windows Recover Microsoft Windows
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| Lesson 4: Network Technologies |
Network Communications Network Connectivity Internet Technologies
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| Lesson 5: Installing and Managing Network Connections |
Create Network Connections Install and Configure Web Browsers Maintain and Troubleshoot Network Connections
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| Lesson 6: Supporting Laptops and Portable Computing Devices |
Laptop and Portable Computing Device Components Install and Configure Laptops and Portable Computing Devices Maintain and Troubleshoot Laptops and Portable Computing Devices
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| Lesson 7: Supporting Printers |
Maintain and Troubleshoot Printers
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| Lesson 8: Personal Computer Security Concepts |
Security Fundamentals Security Protection Measures Data and Physical Security Install and Secure a Wireless Network
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| Lesson 9: Supporting Personal Computer Security |
Install and Configure Security Measures Maintain and Troubleshoot Security Measures
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*Content, days, and times vary depending on your location. Please view the outline on the checkout page prior to purchase or
contact the local center for more information.
Comments
Virtual CompTIA A+ Certification Practical Application 2009 Edition (Win 7) Online Live training option
Imagine an industry-leading classroom training experience from wherever you have access to the Internet.
The Virtual Online Live events listed here gives you an effective and proven online virtual learning experience with the freedom to attend virtually from anywhere.
There is also an option of experiencing Online Live from one of the many national partner centers where a computer and headset will be provided for you.
This rich and engaging virtual classroom environment lets you conveniently interact with instructors and other students.
You will hear and see your instructor as they teach the course and answer your questions via voice or text.
Choose the online live virtual training option and you can access the recorded version even after the class has finished.
The onDemand labs give you access to the same client and server technologies covered in class so you can test, apply and hone your skills by accessing the labs before and even after the class.
Technical Requirements: a computer or laptop with a modern browser and high speed internet access along with one or two monitors.